What are the advantages of buying a recommended system as opposed to customizing a computer?
While Berkeley Lab employees are not required to purchase computer equipment under these contracts, doing so ensures that technical support and repairs can be provided on a more timely basis. In addition, overall pricing to the Lab and to our partner institutions will benefit as our buying power increases due to increasing volume. Selection of a recommended system provides a standard, Lab-supplied software “image” with up-to-date (and ongoing) security patches, Lab standard software, local support, spare parts, Help Desk support, and the guarantee that the system is compatible with the Laboratory’s central business applications. Read more about LBNL’s standard software load. 7. What if I buy a system that is not “recommended?” There are situations that require a computer different from the recommended unit. Choosing a unit that is not recommended assumes you will be responsible for the computer, knowing that the IT Division will not be able to guarantee that Lab standard software will
